2D1N Mount Kinabalu Via Ferrata | Low’s Peak Circuit

2D1N Mount Kinabalu Via Ferrata – Low’s Peak Circuit is the package that takes you to the summit of Mount Kinabalu and includes Via Ferrata. Mount Kinabalu Via Ferrata, Low’s Peak Circuit is one of two Via Ferrata activities you can do in Sabah. This is the world’s highest Via Ferrata as certified by Guinness World Records.

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2 Days 1 Night Low’s Peak Circuit – Mount Kinabalu Via Ferrata

2D1N Mount Kinabalu Via Ferrata – Low’s Peak Circuit is the package that takes you to the summit of Mount Kinabalu and includes Via Ferrata before you descend back to Kinabalu Park HQ.

Mount Kinabalu Via Ferrata, Low’s Peak Circuit is one of two Via Ferrata activities you can do in Sabah. This is the world’s highest Via Ferrata as certified by Guinness World Records™ (Grade: French AD, Italian 3C). The length of the route is 1.2km with a vertical height traverse of 365m.

Day 1: Travel from KOTA KINABALU to MOUNT KINABALU
Depart for Kinabalu Park from Kota Kinabalu city at 0630hrs. The journey will take approximately 2 hrs passing by villages, paddy fields along the KK-Ranau mountain road. We will take a brief stop at Nabalu Market for a souvenir stop, an opportunity to buy local handicrafts and local fruits at bargain prices.

Upon arrival at Kinabalu Park (0800hrs), we will pre-check in at Via Ferrata office (in front of the Souvenir Shop) and at Kinabalu Park’s office, and then the real adventure begins. You will proceed by coach to the Timpohon Gate for the start of your 2-day climb of the majestic Mount Kinabalu. The trek up the mountain will take between 5 to 8 hours, depending on your fitness level.

Upon arrival at the Pendant Hut (1500hrs), at an altitude of 3,289m, you will meet your Mountain Torq trainer for a mandatory Via Ferrata familiarization and Safety Briefing (1530hrs). Dinner at Laban Rata Restaurant. Overnight stay at Pendant Hut.

Meals: Packed lunch and dinner is provided.

Day 2: Summit Mount Kinabalu and Via Ferrata – Low’s Peak Circuit

Wake up at 0130hrs for have breakfast and commence your ascend by torchlight towards Low’s Peak. The climb takes about three hours but you will be well rewarded with a breathtaking sunrise.

Descend from the Summit and meet Mountain Torq’s trainer at 7.5km mark (0630hrs) for Low’s Peak Circuit activity (French Grade AD). The Low’s Peak Circuit will take 4 to 5 hours to complete.

Return to Pendant Hut for a well earned brunch, check out and continue descend to Timpohon Gate, which will takes about 4 to 5 hours. On arrival, transfer to Park Headquarters to collect your Certificate of Achievement and transfer back to Kota Kinabalu.

Mount Kinabalu Summit and Walk The Torq Arrangements

1 night Basic accommodation at Pendant Hut dormitory (Private room are available on request at a surcharge and subject to availability).

All land transport as per the itinerary (cut off time for transfer from Kinabalu Park to Kota Kinabalu @ 0500pm. After 0500pm, there will be additional charge of RM150 per way.

Meals as stated above – Breakfast, Lunch, Packed Lunch, Dinner

Conservation Fee, Climbing Permit, Insurance and Certificate.

Mountain Guide (Mountain Guide, who is registered under the jurisdiction of Sabah Parks Authority is compulsory for all mountain trekkers / climber. Majority of the mountain guide can only converse in Basic English language. Licensed English Speaking Guide is available on request at a surcharge).